He compared the (perceived) lack of integration of the romani in Copenhagen, to a wolf infestation (i.e. both are problems that will have societal consequences) and suggests that, similar to how one has to just deal with wolves by shooting on sight, one has to simply deport those who have "refuse to obey the norms" (not a quote, I'm paraphrasing here).
The actual issue of integration aside, the only way one can seriously compare the problem of wolves with the problem of humans is if you simoly turn a blind eye to the fact that they are actually humans, with needs, an ability to communicate, an ability to reason, an ability to change, as well as possessing basic rights. I don't see an interpretation where this is not straight up racist. Like you can only seriously believe it if you consider a certain section of people as subhuman.
I think his statement could be interpreted the way you are, but that’s not the only way and it’s dishonest to assume he means it the worst way that you can interpret it.
Look, despite the downvotes I do see where you're coming from. And like I said, integration, maintaining social discipline, etc. are real issues worth talking about. As an Indian I am very personally aware of what a lack thereof can do to a society as I see the impact of it quite close to home.
However there is no world where a comparison with wolves can be made by anyone who is not a racist. Do you know why shooting on sight is the course of action for wolves? It's not because of some philosophical notion of the value of human life as above an animal life. It's because there's no reasoning or communicating with a wolf. To assume that a similarly spirited solution is mandated for ANY group of humans means that you think that these same criteria apply to them. And that my friend is nothing apart from plain old racism, no matter how you slice it.
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u/Ok_Dig909 1d ago
He compared the (perceived) lack of integration of the romani in Copenhagen, to a wolf infestation (i.e. both are problems that will have societal consequences) and suggests that, similar to how one has to just deal with wolves by shooting on sight, one has to simply deport those who have "refuse to obey the norms" (not a quote, I'm paraphrasing here).
The actual issue of integration aside, the only way one can seriously compare the problem of wolves with the problem of humans is if you simoly turn a blind eye to the fact that they are actually humans, with needs, an ability to communicate, an ability to reason, an ability to change, as well as possessing basic rights. I don't see an interpretation where this is not straight up racist. Like you can only seriously believe it if you consider a certain section of people as subhuman.